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BIOL 631 - Ichthyology

(3 units)
Systematics, ecology and biology of fishes.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to explain how evolution of fish is related to genetic variation and morphological adaptations to specific environments.
2. Students will be able to categorize fish using taxonomic tools.
3. Students will be able to identify fish in their natural habitat.
4. Students will be able to explain the connection between fish behavior, life cycle, and evolution with ecology and conservation.
5. Students will be able to write a research proposal on an in-depth exploration of the literature focused on a specific aspect of Ichthyology.
6. Students will be able to to create and present a lecture on an in-depth exploration of the literature focused on an aspect of Ichthyology.
7. Students will be able to synthesize orally or in writing as assessed by a presentation and/or written report significance of current topic as presented in this course.


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